For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 1,889 students in 87102, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87102, NM are Coronado Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary School and Dolores Gonzales Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87102 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87102, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87102, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coronado Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 4th St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 843-8283
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 843-8283
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Edith Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2024
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2024
Gr: PK-5 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 Atlantic St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2020
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2020
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Lew Wallace Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
513 Sixth St Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 848-9409
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 848-9409
Gr: K-5 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
South Valley Prep
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2551 Karsten Ct Se
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 222-5642
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 222-5642
Gr: 6-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
East San Jose Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
415 Thaxton Ave Se
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2005
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2005
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Park Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2000
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2000
Gr: 6-8 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Abq Sign Language Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
620 Lomas Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 244-7553
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 244-7553
Gr: K-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #99.
Eugene Field Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
700 Edith Blvd Se
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2014
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2014
Gr: PK-5 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87102, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87102, NM include Coronado Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary School and Dolores Gonzales Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87102?
9 public elementary schools are located in 87102.
What is the racial composition of students in 87102?
87102 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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